Shoulders · Kettlebell

Single-Arm Bottoms-up Kettlebell Press

Balance the bell upside down and own your stability.

Single-Arm Bottoms-up Kettlebell Press exercise demonstration
ShouldersSecondary: TricepsKettlebell

How to do it

  1. Clean one kettlebell to your shoulder and flip it so the bell sits bottom-up above your fist.
  2. Crush the handle and keep the bell balanced straight up.
  3. Press the kettlebell overhead while keeping it perfectly vertical.
  4. Lower under control back to the shoulder, fighting to keep it balanced.

The one cue that matters

Grip the handle as hard as you can. A loose grip drops the bell and kills the carryover.

Muscles worked

The Single-Arm Bottoms-up Kettlebell Press is a Shoulders-first movement, with Triceps working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your shoulders volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Single-Arm Bottoms-up Kettlebell Press work?

The Single-Arm Bottoms-up Kettlebell Press primarily works the Shoulders with Triceps assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

One side at a time?

Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.

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